- GDI’s 100% silicon anode revolutionizes batteries with over 30% higher energy density and a rapid 15-minute charge.
- Safety is prioritized, showcasing a rare combination of enhanced energy performance and improved safety.
- ‘Roll-to-roll’ production drives cost-effectiveness and scalability, paving the way for Gigawatt scale manufacturing by 2028.
GDI make a battery technology breakthrough with new silicon anode
In a major leap for battery tech, GDI, a silicon anode specialist, unveils a game-changing 100% silicon anode. The ‘roll-to-roll’ processed anode isn’t a marginal improvement; it’s a game-changer.
Independent tests on Navitas cells show over 30% more energy density compared to graphite anodes. This means a rapid 15-minute charging capability, potentially redefining the landscape for next-gen electronics and electric vehicles (EVs).
GDI have prioritised safety alongside speed. Rigorous third-party safety tests affirm this tech not only enhances energy performance but also improves safety—a rare combination in the battery industry.
Cost-effectiveness takes center stage as GDI demonstrates ‘roll-to-roll’ production on AGC’s industrial equipment. A notable achievement in the race toward Gigawatt scale production by 2028, its integration into existing cell production lines offers a tangible solution to streamline processes and reduce costs.
Rob Anstey, GDI Founder/CEO, said:
“Our mission at GDI is to deliver a complete 100% silicon anode that can be integrated into existing battery production, greatly reduces GHG emissions from the anode production, and scales rapidly on cutting-edge industrial equipment. In partnership with AGC and Navitas we have done all three. This is a tremendous milestone for us, and the industry. The next step is to show our anode can enable EV batteries that power vehicles with >500 miles of range, allows them to charge 250 miles in 15 minutes, hundreds of times, and improves safety. GDI and AGC have developed a clear roadmap to Gigawatt scale production by 2028, so that this technology can used in tens of thousands of high-performance vehicles by 2030.”
Technically, GDI’s silicon anodes showcase over 30% more energy density and an impressive track record of more than five times the fast-charging cycles compared to current EV battery cells. Navitas cells housing GDI anodes successfully navigate stringent nail penetration tests, underscoring heightened safety features.
Collaborating with AGC, a global leader in glass and plasma coating technology, GDI achieves a pioneering MWh scale ‘roll-to-roll’ production. A significant step towards the broader goal of Gigawatt scale manufacturing by 2028, potentially reshaping the industry by replacing graphite in mass production.
Beyond the technicalities, GDI’s emphasis on safety is noteworthy. The resistance to thermal runaway positions GDI favourably for upcoming European electric vehicle safety regulations in 2027/2028.
EV batteries are undergoing significant change, with new breakthroughs becoming a more regular occurrence. As we barrel towards IRA and Rules of Origin deadlines, battery manufacturing is undergoing a massive transformation. GDI’s new silicon anode opens the door to possibilities that could redefine the trajectory of battery innovation. Soon they could offer not just faster and more efficient solutions but, critically, safer ones too.
